| Table of Contents: Editor's Introduction Terrence Chapman - The Debate Regarding the Freedman's Bureau: Is Equlity of Process Sufficient for Equality of Results? John Hennessy - Ballots del Barrio: An Investigation of Latino Participation Jennifer Nash - National Political Influence and the Catholic Church Amy Ragland - Deliverance: A Study of Medicade and Managed Health Care Jarrett Ruffino - The European Union: Cross-National Variation in Public Support Kathryn Vojack - Benefits by Gender: Determinants of Welfare Accessibility for MIgrant Women in Western Europe Todd Zoellick - Dajniel Elazar, Bogus or Brilliant: A Study of Political Culture Across the American States | Res Publica Editors Faculty Advisor |